One of the most common pieces of advice for budding writers is to “write what you know.” But what does that actually mean? Does it mean to write about events that have happened in your life? Does it mean that you should only write about subjects which you know? Does … Read More
Writers use literary devices to enhance a story and better convey an emotion or message. They can be an effective way to make your work more compelling, add depth, or paint a clearer picture. Here are a few interesting literary devices: Anthropomorphism: Lending a human quality or emotion to something … Read More
Imagine a typical conflict in fiction: A wife goes on a shopping spree and spends a large portion of their money and attempts to hide it from her husband. Unfortunately for her, her husband catches her at one of the high-end stores she’s perusing. Unfortunately for him, it’s because he’s … Read More